Celebrate EveryBODY Week – Feb. 26 to March 2: #CEBW
Body-image is a concern for many college students of all gender identities, and may lead to unhealthy dieting/exercise behaviors and/or an Eating Disorder. Celebrate EveryBODY Week can help you start finding things to appreciate about your body, and learn how to help a friend who may be struggling. Join us for:
- Body-image activities, body-appreciation laptop stickers, and info about body-image and Eating Disorders – Monday Feb. 26, 1-4pm in SRSC and Wells Library foyers.
- Join @IUBodyProject for the movie “The Illusionists: the globalization of beauty ideals” – Monday Feb. 27, 8pm in Ballantine 013. Movie trailer: https://youtu.be/Ak22UNcDa1k
- Union Board Films presents the movie “Embrace” – Wednesday Feb. 28, 6pm in IMU Wittenberg Auditorium. Movie trailer: https://youtu.be/__2AayArYfs
- Learn more about IU’s Coalition for Overcoming Problem Eating/Exercise (C.O.P.E.) and how to help a friend– cope.indiana.edu
or take a free, anonymous screening here: http://healthcenter.indiana.edu/counseling/self-help/online-assessments.shtml
- Read this great article on Intersectionality and Toxic Body Culture: http://feministing.com/2011/03/31/on-intersectionality-and-toxic-body-culture/
SACS SERVICES:
The Sexual Assault Crisis Service (SACS) offers FREE crisis, individual, and group counseling to students who have experienced sexual violence. SACS assists students with referrals to medical services, campus judicial resources, other campus advocacy services and community legal services if the student wishes to follow up on any of these resources. Call 812-855-8900 to schedule an appointment or to speak to a crisis counselor 24 hours a day.
SACS also offers free groups for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse (Fridays 3pm) and Survivors of Sexual Assault (Fridays, 1-2:30pm)
Healthier Substance Use
In an effort to better assist students with substance abuse problems CAPS is collaborating with a study of the Substance Use Navigation program, developed by Jody Madeira of the Maurer Law School. CAPS, and other campus and community substance experts, consulted as this web portal & Health Tracking Mobile Application was developed. It is now being used or beta-tested with selected CAPS clients.
Trouble Sleeping?
“Sleep Better!”- February 8, 4pm in Hodge Hall, room 3018
Part of IU Sleep Week, join Dr. Chris Meno for this FREE info. session to learn better ways to help yourself fall asleep and feel rested in the morning. Improved sleep increases your concentration and learning and balances your mood.
FREE Online Workshops (Web Wednesdays):
Join CAPS counselor Kellen Fox for FREE workshops to help you be more successful at IU! Go to www.iu.zoom.us or download the Zoom cloud meeting app, then enter ID# 541-962-473.
“Adjusting to IU” – Feb. 7 at 4pm
Get tips on adjusting to college life while learning how to handle roommate, school, work or friendship issues.
“Stress Management” – Feb. 14 at 4pm
Feeling overwhelmed with life? We can help you destress!
“Time Management & Study Skills” – Feb. 21 at 4pm
Learn how to study smarter, not harder, and to manage your time so you can still have fun!
“Midterm Prep” – Feb. 28 at 4pm
Stress out about midterms? Log on for helpful tips on test, anxiety, studying, and more!
FREE Drop-In Workshops (Monday Motivators):
Drop in for FREE workshops at Wells Library room E159 (enter East tower and immediately turn left – room E159 is behind the Information Desk). Flier attached.
“Living Social”- February 5 at 4pm
Feeling nervous about meeting new people or hanging out with friends? Join Daisy Anspaugh, M.A. as we explore different ways to more comfortably engage in social situations and confront social anxiety.
“Help Me Sleep!”- February 19 T 4pm
Can’t fall asleep? Waking up tried? We can help you sleep better! Improved sleep increases your concentration and learning and balances your mood. Dr. Chris Meno will help you find ways to change the way you sleep.
Indiana University Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)
600 N. Jordan Avenue, 4th floor
Bloomington, IN 47405-3191
(812)855-5711
(812)855-8447 Fax
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